also: けんえきしょ
quarantine station
A facility where people, animals, or goods are held to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Often used in contexts of international travel or public health.
There is a quarantine station near the airport.
Passengers suspected of infection were isolated at the quarantine station.
Standard kanji spelling. The reading けんえきしょ is the more common pronunciation, while けんえきじょ is also acceptable.
Alternate reading. けんえきしょ is more common, but けんえきじょ is also used.
Compound of 検疫 (quarantine, medical inspection) and 所 (place, facility). The reading けんえきしょ is the standard on'yomi combination, while けんえきじょ reflects a common voicing variation in compound words.